Happy birthday! James Hong turns 97 today
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James Hong is celebrating his 97th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed actors of his generation.
Popular actor-director James Hong (Blade Runner, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 97th birthday, he remains a man of many facets.
Hong, a cultural icon
Born in Minneapolis on February 22, 1929, James Hong's career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in American history. Hong's not just a great actor, he's an inspiration, an icon and a successful business man. At this point in his career, there seems to be little James hasn't done.
And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for James Hong as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 97.
Happy Birthday, James, you're the best!
James Hong career in pictures
- Balls of Fury (2007)
Blade Runner (1982)
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